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Ugandan students sent abroad for oil and gas training
KAMPALA, May 9, 2025 –– At least 100 young Ugandans have embarked on advanced training in oil and gas operations in France, Malaysia, and Oman, as the country prepares for the commencement…
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Regional stakeholders meet in Nairobi to boost cross-border trade in agroecological products
NAIROBI, May 9, 2025 – Stakeholders including cross-border traders, civil society organisations, and policymakers from the East African Community [EAC] and COMESA convened in Nairobi, Kenya recently, for a two-day meeting focused…
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NSSF and Boda Boda Union target over 1.2mln riders in new savings partnership
GULU CITY, May 9, 2025 – The National Social Security Fund [ NSSF ] is aiming to enrol at least 1.2 million boda boda riders into a new savings partnership with the…
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Minister unveils Solar M7 to expand energy access and promote digital inclusion in rural Uganda
KAMPALA, May 8, 2025 –– The Minister of State for ICT, Joyce Nabbosa, has officially launched Solar M7, a mobile and affordable solar kit designed to bring clean energy and digital inclusion…
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UBA unveils theme for 2025 Annual Bankers Conference
KAMPALA, May 8, 2025 — The Uganda Bankers Association [ UBA ] says the upcoming 2025 Annual Bankers Conference, set to take place on July 29, at the Serena Hotel Kampala will…
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MPs query Shs 5bln NAM funds
KAMPALA, May 8, 2025 — Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee [PAC – Central Government] has directed the Office of the President to provide a detailed breakdown of the money spent on the Non-Aligned…
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Fighting malnutrition: MOH launches egg powder campaign in Kamwenge district
KAMWENGE, May 8, 2025: In a bold move to combat malnutrition and reduce child stunting in Uganda by 2030, the Ministry of Health [MOH], in partnership with UNICEF and Pristine Foods Limited,…
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Hoima Hospital struggles with severe congestion after demolition of old wards
HOIMA CITY, May 8, 2025 — Hoima Regional Referral Hospital is currently grappling with severe congestion in its remaining wards following the demolition of several old structures, initially intended to pave the…
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Masindi residents in land dispute with NFA
MASINDI, May 8, 2025 — A growing land dispute has emerged between residents of Kigulya Division in Masindi Municipality and the National Forestry Authority [ NFA ], with locals accusing the agency…
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UCEM to champion clean energy solutions
KAMPALA, May 8, 2025 – The Uganda Chamber of Energy and Minerals [ UCEM ] has pledged to lead the charge in promoting clean energy solutions and sustainable mineral development across the…
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